1988 Ferrari 328 GTS V8 petrol from Australia and New Zealand

Summary:

A really great car

Faults:

Spark plug leads, fuel pump, accumulator, header tank, wind screen wiper. Minor electrical faults.

General Comments:

Reliable. Relatively easy DIY maintenance. Not an ideal busy city car. Wonderful on trip.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 5th March, 2019

1989 Ferrari 328 GTS 3.2 V8 from North America

Summary:

A classic piece of automotive art

Faults:

I continue to have a problem with the battery draining. I have replaced the battery and the wiring has been thoroughly checked, but the problem remains a mystery.

General Comments:

This vehicle is visually stunning. It appears to be moving quickly even at standstill. Sitting behind the wheel gives you the impression that you are part of the car.

Performance is better than I expected from (by North American standards) a small V8 and the handling is outstanding with exceptional braking capabilities.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 27th January, 2004

5th Feb 2004, 02:26

You are right on.

15th Jan 2005, 15:11

I have owned a 1989 328 GTS for seven years. Having raced 15 years I enjoy hammering this car on the track. The weight to hp ratio is not efficiant. I would call this car a luxury liner. The Dino 246 has a great wt. to hp ratio. Hammer this car and feel Ferrari's racing heritage. The 308 GT/4 in right hands can dust a 328 on a short track. The targa style top on the 246 and 8's leak and create wind noise and makes a perfectly beautiful car suffer. Purchase a Berinetta and drive the car... You only have one chance in life... Don't park it... The 328 is a very costly fox of a car. The Daytona is by far the best...

1989 Ferrari 328 GTS 3.2 from UK and Ireland

Summary:

A perfect all rounder, great looks and performance

Faults:

The 328GTS is an absolute charm. Nothing really wrong with it exccept for the slightly uncomfortable interior. The seating makes your knees bend and go weak after a long city drive.

General Comments:

This 328GTS is probably one of the most beautiful machines Ferrari has ever built. The new 348 and 355 may have more power, but the looks are a real let down. The new 360 shows some slight improvement, but the 328GTS' great looks are unbeatable.

Very good value for money and sure to appreciate over time, this is a real gem.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 3rd June, 2001

13th Aug 2001, 06:23

To be honest with you all, guys - I ain't a Ferrari fan. Truth is that among all the sports cars owners I know (some decent dozen I'd say), the Ferrari owners are always the most concerned not about how their cars look, but how THEY look sittin' in'em. I know one F355 and two F308s owners. Let's face it - the ride ain't cheap, those people are no slobs, but the way they strive to show off cruisin' is gross. Totally regardless of the unique Ferrari performance which is definitely ranked very high. They just can't drive their cars right. Sad.

Whatever. I myself drive a 944 Turbo tuned a little (around 290 HP on rear tyres). Love my car with all my heart, but perhaps one of the very few other cars I feel a very strong emotion towards is a 308/328. Its looks, its handling, and performance (tested only in a 308 QV, sadly never in a 328) is top class.

But what I miss terribly in my car having driven a Ferrari is the distinctive engine/gearbox sound. It killed me totally. I had to be removed from behind the wheel with the use of force. I should buy a tape with a 308 recorded. I HAVE NEVER HEARD A MATCH FOR IT ANYWHERE! My heart tells me it's even more thrilling than the mighty Diablo, which I've only seen on a VHS tape. God! How do they actually do it, people? Along with the 512 it's my kind of Ferrari.

The later ones appear to be just sporty kind of Rolls Royce - pointlessly expensive, and craving the attention of the more people the better. This seems to be their primary role.

Mark